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10 of the Most Endangered Fish Species in Our Oceans

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So what if one of these endangered fish ends up on your hook? The best policy is to release them back into the water, but not before making a few observations.

How Wetlands Work

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Wetlands act like sponges, soaking up extra water during floods. They filter water as it runs to our rivers and streams. Find out what else wetlands do.

Coyotes: The 'Song Dogs' of North America

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The coyote inhabits most areas of North America. HowStuffWorks gets to know the 'song dog.'

The Saola Is Southeast Asia's 'Unicorn'

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The saola, also known as the Asian unicorn, is one of the rarest animals in the world. Not only is it critically endangered, but the saola is famously secretive; very little is known about it. There are no saola in captivity and the last categorically documented saola sighting was in 2013.

How Satanic Panic Worked

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Satanic panic caused Americans to worry about cult movements intent on sacrificing children. Learn more about how satanic panic worked.

Doomsday Clock Now Closest It's Ever Been to Midnight

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The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists moved the Doomsday Clock to 90 seconds before midnight, the closest it's ever been to global catastrophe. What does this mean for humanity?

Nobody Knows Why the Peacock Tarantula Is Blue

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The Gooty sapphire tarantula, also known as the peacock tarantula (Poecilotheria metallica), has captivated arachnid enthusiasts and researchers alike. Peacock tarantulas are renowned for their vibrant blue hair, which sets them apart from other species in the genus Poecilotheria.

Is a Dead Stingray's Sting Still Lethal?

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Is a dead stingray sting still lethal? It's not likely, but a dead stingray's sting will still hurt a lot. Read about a dead stingray's sting here.

The Bengal Tiger Lives in Swamps, Forest and Grasslands

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The Bengal tiger is one of the biggest wild cats on the planet. It's also a popular tiger in pop culture. Shere Khan from "The Jungle Book," Rajah as Jasmine's pet tiger in "Aladdin" and Richard Parker from "Life of Pi" — they're all Bengal tigers!

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